Our City, Our Future

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

The City of St. John’s Archives and Records Management Division is seeking a detail oriented and organized individual to assist with a series of short-term projects within the division.

Accountabilities

Under the direction of the Division Manager, the Archives Officer will carry out project tasks that include processing and cataloguing archival maps and drawings, digitizing photographs, assigning metadata, performing data entry, and conducting research as needed.

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work.



The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.

- Post‑secondary education in Records or Information Management is considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Robust written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently with a high level of attention to detail.
- Experience with Records Management software is considered an asset.

Other Requirements

•Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Criminal Record Screening Certificate or equivalent

Hours of Work

Up to 40 hours per week.

Period of employment: October 2026 – February 2027

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.

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